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How authentic Ragù alla Bolognese is made in Italy
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How authentic Ragù alla Bolognese is made in Italy

Ragu alla Bolognese: The Authentic Italian Sauce

Origins and Popularity

  • Ragu alla Bolognese is a renowned Italian minced meat sauce, commonly served with spaghetti in countries like the US, Britain, and Germany.
  • In Italy, particularly Bologna where it originated, the traditional pairing is with tagliatelle instead of spaghetti.
  • The dish's significance in Bologna is underscored by its recognition from the Italian Culinary Academy and a registered recipe with the local Chamber of Commerce.

Ingredients and Preparation

  • Key ingredients for Ragu alla Bolognese include oil, onions, celery, carrots, streaky bacon, wine, pork and beef, salt, tomato sauce, and tomato paste.
  • While milk, broth, and pepper are also part of the original recipe according to Chef Salvatore Astarita, they are not deemed essential.

Traditional Pasta Pairing

  • Tagliatelle is the preferred pasta for this dish; Chef Salvatore makes his own from thin dough cut into flat noodles.
  • The specifications for tagliatelle have been officially defined by the Bologna Chamber of Commerce as a "golden tagliatella."

Cultural Significance

  • Tagliatelle al Ragù is immensely popular among locals at Ballarini Restaurant for both lunch and dinner.
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Italy is famous for various pasta dishes and one of the most popular is: Ragù alla Bolognese. This meaty tomato sauce is known far beyond Italy's borders and is an absolute classic of Italian cuisine. But how is it prepared correctly? Why is the original recipe kept in the Bologna Chamber of Commerce? And why shouldn't you use spaghetti for this dish - as many people do? Let's find out! CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:36 The original recipe 01:44 The ingredients 02:06: The cooking process 03:24 The right pasta choice 04:10 Bolognese identity 05:00 How to eat Bolognese CREDITS Report: Susanne Gessner, Michael Kadereit Camera: Michael Kadereit Edit: Susanne Gessner #bolognese #pasta #italy ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe to DW Food: https://bit.ly/DWFood_Sub DW Food brings you the perfect blend of culinary trends, easy DIY recipes, exciting food secrets & a look behind the scenes of Europe’s culinary culture.